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Check Oil Level
NOTE: Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the
engine stopped.
1.
Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick
clean. See
Fig. 9-2.
Figure 9-2
2.
Insertthe
dipstickinto
the oil filler neck, but do not screwit in.
3.
Ifthelevelislow,
slowlyadd
oiltothe
upperlimitonthedipstick.
See Fig. 9-2 inset.
4.
Tighten
dipstick
firmly
before starting
engine.
NOTE: Do not overfill.
Overfilling
with oil may cause
smoking,
hard starting,
spark plug fouling,
or oil saturation
of air cleaner.
FuelRecommendations
Use automotive
gasoline
(unleaded
or low leaded to minimize
combustion
chamber
deposits)
with a minimum
of 87 octane.
Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol
or 15% MTBE (Methyl Tertiary
Butyl Ether) can be used. Never use an oil/gasoline
mixture,
dirty
gasoline, or gasoline over 30 days old. Avoid getting
dirt, dust, or
water in the fuel tank. DO NOT USE E85 GASOLINE.
WARNING:
Gasoline
is extremely
flammable
and is
explosive
under certain conditions.
Refuel in a well-
ventilated
area with the engine stopped.
Do not
smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where
the engine is refueled
or where gasoline
is stored.
Avoid repeated
or prolonged
contact
with skin or
breathing
of va pot.
WARNING:
Do not overfill
the fuel tank (there
should
be no fuel in the filler neck). After refueling,
make sure the tank cap is closed properly
and
securely. Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling.
Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is
spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting
the
engine.
Check Fuel Level
1.
Clean around fuel fill before removing
cap to fuel.
2.
Fill tank to approximately
1-inch below
lowest portion
of
neck to allow for fuel expansion.
Be careful not to overfill.
NOTE: Before refueling,
allow engine
to cool 2 minutes.
Starting TheEngine
_
ARNING:
Always keep hands and feet clear of
equipment
moving
parts. Do not use a pressurized
starting
fluid. Vapors are flammable.
1.
Standing
behind
the mower, depress the blade control
handle and hold it against the upper handle. See Fig. 9-3.
Figure 9-3
2.
Pullthestartergriplightlyuntilresistanceisfelt,then
pullrapidly
to overcome
compression,
prevent
kickback
and start
engine. Repeat if necessary.
IMPORTANT:
Do not allow the starter grip to snap back
against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage
to
the starter.
Stopping TheEngine
1.
Release the blade control.
SECTION
9 --
ENGINE
OPERATION
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